Where to watch ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ in Los Angeles
Swifties, here's your guide to having a marvelous time watching Taylor Swift's Eras Tour at these Southern California movie theaters that never go out of style.
Taylor Swift fans in Southern California will get a second chance to see her SoFi Stadium show when “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” concert film comes to theaters on Oct. 13. The movie was filmed during the Los Angeles concerts in August.
Those who attended the first three night of her shows in Los Angeles were the first to get wind that an Eras Tour film would be coming out. Some fans assumed it would go straight to streaming like her previous projects “Taylor Swift: The 1989 World Tour” that premiered on Apple Music, “Taylor Swift Reputation Stadium Tour” available on Netflix and “Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions” which can be watched on Disney+.
However, on Aug. 31, Swift took to social media to drop the trailer for The Eras Tour Concert Film and announce it would be released in theaters in North America. A month later she shared that it would instead be coming to theaters worldwide.
Bringing the Eras Tours to cinemas is allowing many fans to not only relive the experience, but for some, it’s an opportunity to see the concert for the first time.
Things to know before you go:
In less than 24 hours the concert film had broken AMC’s U.S. record for the highest ticket sales revenue during a single day in their 103-year history. The movie theatre chain later announced that the film had already surpassed $100 million in global advance ticket sales.
While there are still plenty of shows available for the Oct. 13 opening night, some in demand times and locations have already sold out.
Tickets start a $19.89, a nod to her next re-record album “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” which will be released Oct. 27, 2023
For those looking for exclusive merchandise options, Cinemark, AMC, Regal and Galaxy Theaters are all offering Eras Tour themed popcorn buckets and cups. Mini Eras Tour Posters will be given out starting on opening night, but they are first come, first served.
@cinemark Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour merch? SAY. LESS.
Available in theaters starting 10/13. FYI: the cup is
EXCLUSIVE
#cinemark #taylorswift #erastour
As far as rules about etiquette, many Swifties have taken it upon themselves to contact their local theaters to confirm singing, dancing and dressing up is allowed. AMC has put out a guide saying that singing and dancing is permitted, as long as it’s not on the chairs. Other AMC guidelines say there is no filming of the concert film.
@thefolkloretheorist Replying to @TalPal
Is this a concert or not? How loud CAN you be at the Eras tour movie? Let’s ask 3 local theaters what it would take to get thrown out. #swifttok #tstheerastour #erastourmovie #theerastourconcertfilm #taylorswift #greenscreen
Taylor Nation, Swift’s official fan club account, took to Twitter to encourage fans to dress up in their favorite Eras Tour looks.
Dress code is #TSTheErasTour.
#TSTheErasTourFilm https://t.co/ChaUS8l4mw pic.twitter.com/zWooSjguNI
— Taylor Nation (@taylornation13) September 13, 2023
The friendship bracelet trading made popular at the concerts will likely continue at the cinema, and it looks like some theaters are joining in on the fun. Alamo Theaters provided a FAQ just for the film and is hinting that they might have some friendship bracelets. There’s speculation that other theater chains such as AMC will also be gifting friendship bracelets.
Now that you know the rules, here are some tips for watching the movie with a little extra Swiftie shimmer.
Where to Watch the “Eras Tour” in Southern California
Los Angeles:
AMC Century City 15
This was the spot to be for Barbenheimer, the internet dubbed title for the double feature during “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” opening weekend. Part of the hype for this theater was that it brought out Barbie decor with outfits from the film on display and a pink makeover for the staircase. It will be interesting to see if something similar happens for the “Eras Tour” film, if not current tour outfits, maybe some from her catalog of costumes.
The theater is located within the Century City Mall, which also includes Cafe Landwer. Their menu features Eras Tour themed meals and drinks such as “Taylor Tots” and a “Holy Grounds” Iced Coffee.
@lisettexo_ The perfect swiftie pregame for the Eras Tour Movie located right next to the AMC theater
thank you @Cafe Landwer – Century City for having me
#theerastour #theerastourmovie #erastour #AMC
Google Reviews: 4.4/5
10250 Santa Monica Blvd #2000, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Paramount Drive-In
Attending a drive-in turns watching a movie into an experience instantly. Guests can either bring a chair to sit in or stay in the car. For those who don’t want to rely on car audio, other listening options include bringing a portable speaker or downloading a radio app. One of the best ways to see a drive-in is by making the most of your vehicle, preferably a truck, and filling it with pillows. For those with smaller cars who want to get the full Pinterest experience, U-Haul rents trucks starting at $20.
The Paramount Drive-In offers a snack bar on site if you want classic movie snacks like popcorn and candy but guests can also bring their own food in.
Google Reviews: 4.4/57770 Rosecrans Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
AMC The Grove 14
The Grove has made a name for itself with many who visit Los Angeles making it a point just to stop at this mall to take a picture in front of the fountain. Not only are there plenty of options for cute photo opportunities with fellow Swifties at the Grove, there are a variety of restaurants to choose from for a pre-movie meal. Visitors can also make their way over to the Farmers Market, which houses an assortment of local vendors in a picturesque outdoor dining area.
Google Reviews: 4.5/5
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood
The Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood has arguably some of the best recliner seats in Southern California. This is a small but important detail when selecting a movie theater: The seats recline just a tad further than the others, which provides a satisfying viewing experience.
In addition to the seats, Citywalk has a few other benefits to offer such as Universal Studios Hollywood being right next door, convenient for those who have an annual pass and want to go on some rides beforehand. Parking is in the same area as the theme park and $5 after showing your ticket.
Google Reviews: 4.5/5
100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema – Downtown Los Angeles
Here’s something cool about this theater, in addition to playing movies on the big screen, it also has a lounge where guests can rent movies out for free. The cinema also has recliner chairs, delivers food to your seat and as an added bonus, has an outdoor patio. The menu is loaded with different entree options and has a variety of flavored popcorn to enhance the experience.
Google Reviews: 4.7/5
700 W 7th St Ste. U240, Los Angeles, CA 90017
AMC DINE-IN Topanga 12
The Eras Tour has a run time of 2 hours and 40 minutes. If you don’t want to miss a second of it but want a dinner break, Topanga Mall is the way to go. The Theater offers concession deliveries straight to your seat so guests can decide what time they want it to arrive. For those who don’t want movie theater food, just two floors down is the newly opened “Topanga Social.” This modern take on a mall food court is home to 24 different dining options including Buratta House and Dumpling Monster.
Google Reviews: 3.9/5
Westfield Topanga 6600 CA-27, Canoga Park, CA 91303
AMC Porter Ranch 9
Locals will already know this, but this is the theater where Nicole Kidman filmed her iconic AMC preshow ad. There is bound to be a moment of empowerment before the film as a room full of Swifties recite in unison “Heartbreak feels good in a place like this.”
@nepthalyevargas heartbreak feels good in a place like this
#amc #nicolekidman #nicolekidmanamc
Google Reviews: 4.6/5
20059 Rinaldi St, Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Orange County:
Regal Irvine Spectrum
According to reviews, this location recently underwent a renovation. The Irvine location has an expanded menu for Regal Theaters which includes Cheetos flavored popcorn, bacon cheese fries and pizza. There’s also a luxury wing that has “Regal King-Size Recliners.”
Google Reviews: 4.4/5
500 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618
The Lot
Located at Fashion Island in Newport Beach, the Lot provides an upscale feel for moviegoers. The Lot’s restaurant offers a menu beyond most theaters that includes poke bowls, brussel sprouts and a cheese board in addition to breakfast options if you decide to see an early showing.
Google Reviews: 4.4/5
999 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas
This luxury movie going experience offers menu items such as a bacon jam burger and butter poached lobster tacos that can be delivered straight to your seat. There’s also bottomless popcorn and beverages. Unique to the menu is a self care option of under eye masks which pairs nicely with their recliner seats.
Google Reviews: 4.6/5
32401 Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Inland Empire:
AMC DINE-IN Montclair Place 12
Just like the AMC in Topanga, this theater offers a dine-in option straight to your seat. According to reviews, this location also serves alcohol. Not only are the seats able to recline but they’re heated as well. Other perks include IMAX and Dolby Cinema screens.
Google Review: 4.5/5
2200 N Montclair Plaza Ln, Montclair, CA 91763
Starlight Terra Vista 6 Movies
This is a small but mighty theater. Tickets are typically cheaper here than most chains, but since the Eras Tour film counts as a special event, tickets are going to start at $19.89 wherever you go. The biggest plus is that there are still plenty of tickets available at this theater so if you’re trying to organize a big group this might be your best bet.
Google Review: 4.3/5
10701 Town Center Dr, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Galaxy Theatres Mission Grove
This location is showing the Eras Tour film in its DFX theater which features immersive audio from Dolby Atmos® in addition to recliner seats.
For those who want to turn movie night into a bigger date night, Castle Park is a quick drive away. The park has an amusement park rides, mini golf and even an arcade.
Google Review: 4.7/5
121 Alessandro Blvd, Riverside, CA 92508
Regal Riverside Plaza
How many times is too many times to watch the Eras Tour film during opening weekend? For those who made a “Mean Girls” reference and answered “the limit does not exist,” Regal at Riverside Plaza has its guests covered as they have 26 showings of the film within a 12-hour period on both Saturday and Sunday.
Regal has taken it upon themselves to break down Taylor Swift’s Cinematic History which highlights the singer’s concert movies, documentaries and acting roles which can help get any new fans up to speed or serve as source material for Taylor Swift Trivia while waiting for the film to start.
The location is only 8 minutes away from Downtown Riverside which has plenty of dining options such as Chat Noir, the Food Lab and Casey’s Cupcakes if you’re looking for a sweet treat.
Google Review: 4.5/5
3535 Riverside Plaza Dr, Riverside, CA 92506
Rubidoux Drive-In Theatre
When the Eras Tour was making its way across the U.S. this summer, many fans decided not to let the fact that they didn’t have tickets prevent them from listening to Swift live and instead tailgated the concert and listen from the parking lot. Why not bring back the best parts about that experience by decorating your car with your favorite lyrics painted on the windows and getting to the venue early to go from car to car trading friendship bracelets.
Drive-Ins are fun for all ages, especially when it doubles as a pajama party. Attendees can remain on theme as well. Fans can DIY a Junior Jewels shirt from the You Belong With Me music video and pair it with some plaid pajamas. Many have already given it an Eras Tour touch by swapping friend names on the shirt for Swift’s different albums.
Other comfy options include the Squirrel pajama set from the We Are Never Getting Back Together music video or bring back the phase of tie dying to replicate the Lover album artwork on a pair of sweats.
The Rubidoux Drive-In Theatre also doubles as a Swap Meet from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues. through Sun. which gives Swifties the opportunity to find some last minute outfit inspiration and other hidden treasures.
@_.brendab We brought our whole matress
it was our 1st time at the drive in & our kids LOVED it!! #momsoftiktok #drivein #familymovienight #supermariobros #movienifht #driveinmovie #vanburendrivein #momlife #momtok #familythings #foryou #fypシ
Google Review: 4.3/5
3770 Opal St, Riverside, CA 92509
Van Buren Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet
Good news for those looking for last minute tickets for the Eras Tour film, there is no advance purchase option at the Van Buren Drive-In. That means tickets are first come, first serve. It makes for a great last minute option that is just as fun. Chairs are allowed as long as they don’t block anyone’s view.
You can get your typical movie theater snacks as well as burritos and tacos from the concession area.
The box office opens one hour before show time on Fridays and Saturdays and 30 minutes before Sundays-Thursdays. The film is playing only on weekends until Nov. 5.
Google Review: 4.4/5
3035 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92503
Still can’t decide? Here’s a more detailed list of movie theaters playing the Eras Tour in Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland Empire.
Los Angeles:
San Fernando Valley/Los Angeles:
AMC Town Center 6, BurbankAMC Town Center 8, BurbankAMC 16, BurbankRegency Calabasas Commons, CalabasasAMC Topanga 12, Canoga ParkRegal Edwards, Canyon CountryAMC The Americana at Brand 18, GlendaleLaemmle, GlendaleLOOK Cinemas, GlendaleRegency 9, Granada HillsTLC Chinese Theatres, HollywoodRegal UA, La Cañada FlintridgeAMC Century City 15, Los AngelesAMC The Grove 14, Los AngelesAlamo Drafthouse, Los AngelesRegal LA Live, Los AngelesLaemmle, NewhallCinemark Century, North HollywoodLaemmle 7, North HollywoodRegal, North HollywoodAMC, NorthridgeAMC, Porter RanchRegal Edwards Valencia, Santa ClaritaRegal Sherman Oaks Galleria, Sherman OaksRegal Simi Valley Civic Center, Simi ValleyRegency Plant 16, Van NuysUniversal Cinema AMC at CityWalk, Universal CityAMC Fallbrook 7, West Hills
San Gabriel Valley:
Regal Edwards Renaissance, AlhambraAMC Santa Anita 16, ArcadiaRegency Foothill Center 10, AzusaRegency 14, City of CommerceAMC 17, CovinaLaemmle, GlendaleLOOK Cinemas, GlendaleAMC 12, GlendoraAMC 7, La MiradaLOOK Cinemas, MonroviaAMC 10, MontebelloAMC Atlantic Times Square 14, Monterey ParkLandmark Theatres, PasadenaRegal Paseo, PasadenaCinépolis, Pico RiveraAMC 20, Puente HillsRegal Edwards, South GateRegal Edwards, West CovinaWhittier Village Stadium Cinemas, Whittier
South Bay:
AMC Del Amo 18, TorranceRolling Hills, TorranceAMC South Bay Galleria 16, Redondo BeachRegal Promenade, Rolling Hills EstatesTerrace Cinemas, Rancho Palos VerdesRegal Edwards, South Gate
Long Beach area:
AMC Marina Pacifica 12, Long BeachCinemark at the Pike, Long BeachRegal Edwards, Long BeachCinemark, CarsonHarkins 16, CerritosRegal Edwards, CerritosCinemark, DowneyLOOK Cinemas, DowneyStarlight Center, LakewoodAMC 20, Norwalk
Orange County:
Regal Edwards, Aliso Viejo
AMC GardenWalk 6, Anaheim
Regal Edwards Brea East, Brea
CGV Cinemas 8, Buena Park
Krikorian Metroplex, Buena Park
Regal Edwards Metro Pointe, Costa Mesa
Triangle Square Cinemas, Costa Mesa
Cinemark Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch
AMC Fullerton 20, Fullerton
Regal, Garden Grove
West Grove Cinemas, Garden Grove
Cinemark Century, Huntington Beach
AMC Woodbridge 5, Irvine
Regal Edwards Market Place, Irvine
Regal Irvine Spectrum, Irvine
Regal University Town Center, Irvine
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, Laguna Niguel
Regal, La Habra
Regal Edwards Kaleidoscope, Mission Viejo
Regal Edwards Big Newport, Newport Beach
The Lot Fashion Island, Newport Beach
AMC Orange 30, Orange
Cinemark Century Orange, Orange
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, Rancho Santa Margarita
MetroLux 10, San Clemente
Picture Show at Main Place Mall, Santa Ana
AMC 14, Tustin
Regency 10, Westminster
Regal, Yorba Linda
Inland Empire:
Fox Cineplex, Banning
2nd Street Cinema, Beaumont
Cinemark Chino Movies 8, Chino
Harkins Chino Hills 18, Chino
Laemmle, Claremont
Dos Lagos 15, Corona
Regal Edwards Corona Crossings, Corona
Regal Edwards Eastvale Gateway, Eastvale
Regency Fontana 8, Fontana
UEC Theatres Diamond 8, Lake Elsinore
AMC Montclair Place 12, Montclair
Harkens Moreno Valley 16, Moreno Valley
Regency Towngate Cinemas, Moreno Valley
Reading Cinemas at Cal Oaks Plaza, Murrieta
AMC Ontario Mills 30, Ontario
Regal Edwards Ontario Palace, Ontario
Regal Edwards Ontario Mountain Village, Ontario
Regency 10, Perris
AMC Victoria Gardens 12, Rancho Cucamonga
Starlight Terra Vista 6, Rancho Cucamonga
LOOK Cinemas, Redlands
Harkins Mountain Grove, Redlands
Cinemark Bistro Renaissance Marketplace, Rialto
AMC Tyler Galleria, Riverside
Regal Jurupa 14, Riverside
Regal Riverside Plaza, Riverside
Regal, San Bernardino
Regency Sterling 6, San Bernardino
Regal Metro, San Jacinto
AMC Temecula 10, Temecula
Regal Edwards, Promenade Mall, Temecula
Temeku Cinemas, Temecula
Regal Edwards, La Verne